Hi there, Serena! Thanks for visiting the Disney Parks Moms Panel!
Mickey is delighted to hEAR that you're considering joining the
Walt Disney World Passholder family! Since you are a
Florida Resident, you can purchase a variety of Annual Passes, including Florida Resident Disney Gold, Silver, and Weekday Select Passes, as well as other types available to all Guests, including Disney Platinum and Platinum Plus Passes—at a discounted price.
Although I usually buy mine online, guests can also purchase Annual Passes in person at the ticket booth of any theme park in Walt Disney World Resort or at the
Disney Springs Ticket Center. Just let the Cast Member know that you'd like to activate your pass, and you can use it immediately (you'll be given a plastic yellow card which you should carry with you at all times while at Walt Disney World to get your discounts). The only exception would be if your Annual Pass has blockout dates which coincide with the time you want to visit. Take a look at the
Blockout Date Calendar on the Walt Disney World website before you visit.
I hope this helps, Serena! If you have any more questions, remember we're all ears!
Eean